In addition to the preparatory exercises, some core exercises are required.
The child starts at the edge of the pool with ten jumping jacks, then jumps into the water with a head jump and tries to dive as far as possible. Diving rings can also be collected for motivation. In the final part of the water safety check, the child must dive after swimming 50 meters when the pulse is already elevated. This exercise is used to train diving under elevated heart rate.
The child approaches the edge of the pool with an interchangeable impact and arms placed on the sides. After reaching the edge of the pool, it rotates as quickly as possible and repels again. Although there are various types of turning on the wall, such as rolling and tilting, these are taught in later courses. For now, this exercise is only about introduction, and the type of turning is not yet decisive. However, a strong push is recommended.
Use a swim noodle or a swim board on the water. The child holds onto it with one hand and takes part in the “diving competition.” At your signal, the child dives until you remove the swimming noodle. Start with two seconds and gradually increase the time. This entertaining exercise promotes small successes and improves the child's ability to stay underwater longer — important for the core “airplane” exercise, which requires holding the breath for at least five seconds.
Some children have difficulty correctly estimating distances under water, both with and without diving goggles. As a result, they spin too early and are then unable to effectively push themselves off the wall. As a solution for this, children are recommended to touch the pelvic wall with their hands first before making the turn.
